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US inflation rises below expectations in August, gives the Fed breathing space

Headline from Hawaiitribune Herald

WASHINGTON — U.S. inflation increased less than expected in August and price pressures were more moderate in the prior month than previously reported, likely reducing the urgency for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October.

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  1. Honolulu Star-Advertiser

    U.S. inflation rises below expectations; consumer spending robust (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

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    Honolulu Star-Advertiser's feed description

    WASHINGTON >> U.S. inflation increased less than expected in August and price pressures were more moderate in July than previously reported, likely reducing the urgency for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October.

  2. Hawaiitribune Herald

    US inflation rises below expectations in August, gives the Fed breathing space (opens Hawaiitribune Herald)

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    Hawaiitribune Herald's feed description

    WASHINGTON — U.S. inflation increased less than expected in August and price pressures were more moderate in the prior month than previously reported, likely reducing the urgency for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October.

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